Monthly Archives: February 2012

Developing an Understanding of Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

Putting aside for the moment the unanswered question of whether Iran intends to militarize the nuclear capability that it appears likely to acquire any time soon, what exactly is driving Iran’s nuclear ambition? It is not the place of this blog to document … Continue reading →

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Taking a More Sympathetic Look at Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

Every day carries yet further news about Iran’s nuclear programme and the international effort to prevent Iran crossing the nuclear threshold. If news reports are to be believed – and we know they rarely should be – we are slowly … Continue reading →

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Greece and its Anti German Sentiment

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

A pilgrimage to the Holy Land, followed by a series of meetings in Brussels and a week of General Synod have all contributed to a packed work agenda that has allowed little time for blogging. Today’s edition of the The … Continue reading →

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The Reluctant Pilgrim – The Journey from Bethlehem to Jerusalem

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

My last blog explored how walking in the footsteps of Jesus can deepen one’s spirituality while at the same time equipping one with the tools to encounter today’s reality. This particular blog continues this reluctant pilgrim’s journey south from Jericho … Continue reading →

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